Natural swimming hole
Stones River (East Fork, Walter Hill)
River · Tennessee
Community-reported spot. Details below are compiled from public sources and are reported to be accurate — always verify locally before visiting.
About this swimming hole
The East Fork of the Stones River below Walter Hill Dam offers clear, cool water with gravel bars and swimming holes popular with Murfreesboro locals. The riverside greenway provides easy access for wading, floating, and bank fishing. It is one of the most accessible natural swims in the fast-growing Nashville metro fringe.
Good to know
| Water type | River |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | Cool below the dam |
| Depth | Gravel bars and deeper holes |
| Best season | Late spring through early fall |
| Fees | None |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Daylight hours |
| Parking | Greenway and dam-area parking |
| Amenities | Greenway trail, Boat ramp |
| County | Rutherford |
| Nearest town | Murfreesboro |
| Safety notes | Dam releases can change flows; no lifeguards. |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Stones River (East Fork, Walter Hill)?
Yes — Stones River (East Fork, Walter Hill) is listed as a natural swimming spot in Tennessee. Reported water temperature: Cool below the dam. Heads-up: Dam releases can change flows; no lifeguards.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Stones River (East Fork, Walter Hill) require reservations?
No reservations are required at Stones River (East Fork, Walter Hill) based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Stones River (East Fork, Walter Hill)?
Reported fee info: None. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Stones River (East Fork, Walter Hill)?
The best season is typically Late spring through early fall.